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KFC Restaurant General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $50,000.00 - $70,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Time Off
education benefits
Free Shift Meals
employee discount
Paid training

Job Description

KBP Foods is a prominent franchisee of KFC, one of the most recognized and beloved fast-food brands across the United States. With a presence stretching nationwide through over 800 locations, KBP Foods is part of KBP Brands, a dynamic and entrepreneurial restaurant franchise group that has grown rapidly over the past two decades. Known for its commitment to quality, community, and employee development, KBP Foods fosters a positive work culture and offers extensive growth opportunities for its team members. Located at 1043 E. Sibley Boulevard in Dolton, Illinois, this particular role is an opportunity to join a growing team within a thriving company that prides itself on operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

The Assistant Manager position at KBP Foods represents a critical leadership role within the restaurant team. As an Assistant Manager, you play a pivotal role in supporting the Restaurant General Manager to ensure operational efficiency, employee engagement, and financial success. This full-time role comes with a competitive salary range of $50,000 to $70,000 per year, reflecting the importance of the position within the organizational structure. It requires a hands-on leader who is not only passionate about delivering great customer service but also capable of managing diverse responsibilities that encompass staffing, training, finance, and daily restaurant management.

The Assistant Manager will be deeply involved in driving restaurant profitability by managing labor costs, inventory control, cash handling, and loss prevention strategies. A key part of the job is recruiting, interviewing, and training team members and managers to uphold the high standards of KFC’s brand. Ensuring the restaurant maintains cleanliness and delivers a friendly, quality dining experience to every guest is another vital aspect of the role. The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with the General Manager to execute business strategies, monitor financial performance, and implement corrective actions when necessary.

KBP Foods offers a supportive and encouraging environment where learning and advancement are prioritized. Employees have access to professional development programs that enable career growth into above-store leadership roles. The company also emphasizes employee well-being through its nonprofit initiative, KBP Cares, which provides support during unexpected hardships. Additional benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, educational assistance such as free GED programs and college scholarships, as well as free shift meals and employee discounts within KFC restaurants.

In summary, this Assistant Manager position provides an exciting opportunity to further your career in the fast-food industry with a reputable and expanding franchise. KBP Foods is dedicated to recognizing top performers through annual awards and bonus programs that reward restaurant performance. If you are motivated, results-driven, and ready to step into a leadership role that offers both challenge and reward, this position could be the perfect fit for you. Join KBP Foods and become part of a company that values dedication, supports professional development, and aims to be a great place to work and grow.

Job Requirements

  • at least one year of experience as a restaurant general manager in food service or retail, with profit and loss responsibility
  • must be at least 18 years old
  • availability to close the restaurant at least two nights a week
  • physical ability to lift and move heavy objects, stand and walk for entire shifts, safely maneuver through compact spaces, and operate restaurant equipment

Job Qualifications

  • at least one year of experience as a restaurant general manager in food service or retail, with profit and loss responsibility
  • quick service experience preferred
  • must be at least 18 years old
  • availability to close the restaurant at least two nights a week

Job Duties

  • drive profitability by managing cash control and security procedures, monitoring inventory, managing labor, reviewing financial reports, and taking action as needed
  • recruit, interview and hire team members, shift managers and assistant general managers
  • coach and train employees in operational excellence to ensure restaurant success
  • conduct inventory counts every other week
  • maintain a clean restaurant and ensure every guest enjoys a friendly experience with a quality product

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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